Temptation 3 by darylo

Temptation 3

@rellimdj pushed me this week to do "light painting," and this is my second try!

Yesterday, the day flew by and I searched for a new torch in the grocery store (no luck there) while I picked up some new "temptation" subjects with stems. :) My "Aim and Flame" this morning decided to be out of juice, but I had two long fireplace matches in my possession. I DID try to use my torch light app on my Samsung S3 for multiple shots, but it was cold and lifeless, so back to fire I went. Two matches; two attempts. I kept hitting the shutter release over and over to get as many takes as I could while each match was lit. This one was the best one I think.

Many thanks to everyone yesterday who gave me advice on how to improve my approach to this assignment! Really much appreciated!!!
fantastic shot. love the idea
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November 20th, 2013  
Wow this is brilliant
November 20th, 2013  
@rellimdj Here ya go Joe! :)
November 20th, 2013  
@abhijit Thanks very much! And thanks for the fav! :)
November 20th, 2013  
@zambianlass Aww, thanks you! Hope you are feeling well!
November 20th, 2013  
Daryl,this is Flaming brilliant !!!! Awesome. Fav.
November 20th, 2013  
@markp Thanks Mark. I'm "chuffed!" :) Thanks for the fav. :)
November 20th, 2013  
Wow! Our camera club has a "candle or fire" assignment a few months from now. Can I "borrow" your idea? Why do I crave baked apples now? Fav.
November 20th, 2013  
wow that is so cool!!
November 20th, 2013  
This is awesome! Fantastic response to the challenge! Fav!
November 20th, 2013  
@rvwalker I think that is one of the nicest compliments I have ever received--thanks Ross. Have away! Total darkness is a key factor in my opinion. Would love to see what you come up with! :)
November 20th, 2013  
@nicoleterheide Thanks Nicole!
November 20th, 2013  
@cameraholic Thanks so much Lena -- it's a fun challenge when there's time, which I didn't have the last time I was assigned the push! Thanks for the fav very much!
November 20th, 2013  
Joe
Wowza! What I really appreciate is how the light painting is not just random "coolness factor", it is specific in adding to the creative thought/theme of the photo. Can't imagine how you can top this one, if you do, wow. I would think this one should make the finals.
November 20th, 2013  
Wow!!! Nice flamin' dragon!!!
November 20th, 2013  
@rellimdj Thanks so much Joe for that feedback! That's why the cool light of the cell phone was just not working for me. Might work with another subject, though...who knows. I may try one more before week's end if I can--but different light source hopefully.
November 20th, 2013  
@mikeohare Hehehe, I am a dragon, you know, dear husband. :)
November 20th, 2013  
Fabulous shot and wonderful to see it on the trending page.
November 20th, 2013  
I like it! I saw a dragon too. Really cool
November 20th, 2013  
@steampowered Thanks for the lovely comments and for letting me know about it trending Paul! :)
November 20th, 2013  
Wow, amazing, I love it.
November 20th, 2013  
@featherstone I see it now too! Now I like it even more. :)
November 20th, 2013  
Oh yes...a dragon! This is faVulous! Love it...great job!!
November 20th, 2013  
Wildly cool, Daryl. Super job with the push! Great! Fav!
November 20th, 2013  
Such a great shot and a welcome change from the usual sparkler and torch idea, so beautifully executed the tones and colours are spot on!! And when you look at it large it really does look like a dragon! Cake out of window time for you i think @darylo ;)
November 20th, 2013  
Your shots get better each day! Great one :D
November 20th, 2013  
Absolutely superb!
November 20th, 2013  
@eyesmile Thanks Gena for the FAV! I can't believe I didn't see the dragon the whole time editing. I was trying to remove the dragon's tongue for the longest time and it did not work. Now I'm glad I failed! :0
November 20th, 2013  
@salemslot Thanks Paul! The other lights were just not what I wanted in the end. Gotta get me a cake now! :)
November 20th, 2013  
@ragnhildmorland Aw, thanks so much for that. I feel so de-energized until someone gives me a push. I love it.
November 20th, 2013  
@davidorman Thanks David. I was loving that window shot today!
November 20th, 2013  
@darylo Thanks again Daryl --you're photo's inspired me to think about being a bit more creative. Note I said 'think' -- quite how long it'll be before I get round to it's a different thing entirely!
November 20th, 2013  
Superb so skilful, no idea how you achieved this. Fav
November 20th, 2013  
Wow! This is great!
November 20th, 2013  
Great shot! Fav :D
November 20th, 2013  
Wonderfully original and creative.
November 20th, 2013  
Love the idea and the execution. Fav!
November 20th, 2013  
Wowsers, such a cool shot Daryl - you have nailed it!! : ) fav
November 20th, 2013  
Fabulous shot, Daryl! Fav!!
November 20th, 2013  
Very dramatic - excellent shot
November 20th, 2013  
oh this is really super - fav
November 20th, 2013  
@lucypics @aecasey @hildehagen @jocasta @nadaa @rennes @taffy @pistonbroke @gozoinklings Thank you so much for your comments and favs. I really am very happy with the result and I appreciate your encouragement!
November 20th, 2013  
Top drawer well done
November 20th, 2013  
Stellar!
November 20th, 2013  
cool shot!
November 20th, 2013  
Well that's awfully cool!! Fav!
November 20th, 2013  
fav love it love the contrast
November 20th, 2013  
Wow, awesome shot. Fav!
November 20th, 2013  
@killeen @zenna @beatnikphoto @m9f9l @cwebb @danitech Wow, thanks very much for your kind responses! You have all made my day!
November 20th, 2013  
Wow! Definite fav! I'm waiting for the evil stepmother/witch of Sleeping Beauty to show up!
November 20th, 2013  
ooohhh great effects! I dnt know how you do this.... great shot! ♥ the flames!
November 20th, 2013  
How come this is not in PP yet?
November 20th, 2013  
This is amazing!! It is now on my bucket list! Fav
November 20th, 2013  
I attempted light painting the other day and it went really badly. This is awesome. Fav xx
November 20th, 2013  
Dragon! Fave! :)
November 21st, 2013  
@princessleia It does have that effect! Thanks for the fav!
November 21st, 2013  
@gavincci I'm sure you do. You can do anything -- I've seen your photos!! :) Thanks so much.
November 21st, 2013  
@princessleia I think it is now. :) I never really look these days unless someone tells me too. But it is a very nice thing to see today since I do love the photo. :) Thanks very much for your nice comments. Big smiles today.
November 21st, 2013  
@gazbadger I recommend it! I didn't have time last time I was challenged to do it and I was like "meh," but plotting this one out has been fun. It's not too difficult.
November 21st, 2013  
fav! this is uber cool!
November 21st, 2013  
@psychographer what did you try to do? I think doing something outside is too complicated -- I used my bathroom, which has no windows, so it was completely dark! I'm thinking of doing something else tomorrow, but I'm out of flames. :)
November 21st, 2013  
@grizzlysghost I didn't even see the dragon until my hubby pointed it out! Now I see my badass dragon too! Thanks for the fav Aaron--much appreciated. :)
November 21st, 2013  
@northy Thanks so much. I'm a bit proud of this one--next big bucket list item will be light trails in the city over Thanksgiving break. :) That and getting another grocery cart pic (lol). :)
November 21st, 2013  
WOW!Girl this is impressive! Big fav!
November 21st, 2013  
@mzzhope Thanks so much Hope. It was definitely on the bucket list and now I'm feeling like I know what to do another time. We'll see if I get to one more. The week just flies by!
November 21st, 2013  
Wow! Wonderful shot! nothing to say but fav, fav, FAV!
November 21st, 2013  
Wow, this is completely outstanding! Such a good idea to use the long match and great impact.
November 21st, 2013  
This is amazing! So clearly "on fire!" Makes viewers wonder, "How in the world did she take this photo???" FAV
November 21st, 2013  
Fav! Super Fav!!!!! Might be my all time favorites of yours!
November 21st, 2013  
Nia
Second attempt and you make a flaming dragon!!! Instant fave and just wowed!
November 21st, 2013  
Very cool indeed. Awesome
November 21st, 2013  
Wonderful :)
November 21st, 2013  
I love this, especially viewed large, the colours are sumptuous, rich, glorious. Fav, and fav again!!
November 21st, 2013  
Wow, it just keeps getting better!
November 21st, 2013  
How hot is that? Wow, it looks like a dragon. FAV!!
November 21st, 2013  
Wow, clever and beautiful !
November 21st, 2013  
Brilliant! What an amazing fire dragon, and that with just 2 matches! Wow. Fav!
November 21st, 2013  
Yee HAW for PP. You rocked your challenge!!!
November 21st, 2013  
@pflaume @archaeofrog @jyokota @spair @sianipops @simster @x_twit_x @seanoneill @bill_fe @cimes1 @sjouk @happysnap Thanks so much for the comments and favs--really appreciate it!
November 21st, 2013  
@amandal :) Thanks you.
November 21st, 2013  
fav! this is brilliant! awesome work!
November 21st, 2013  
Oh wow! I just had time to read the comments. I viewed large to better see the Dragon.
November 21st, 2013  
Lee
Fabulous shot and such a great idea.
November 21st, 2013  
wowowow! this is awesome daryl!
November 22nd, 2013  
That's amazing!
November 22nd, 2013  
Wow.....I've just seen this.......love it.......fav!!!!
November 22nd, 2013  
Wow. Great shot. You've inspired me to give it a go at some point and hopefully not burn the house down. Fav
November 22nd, 2013  
Beautiful fire dragon and great comp!
November 23rd, 2013  
@wind_of_the_sothern_sea @bill_fe @gamelee @kali66 @debbo3 @allisonraposa @jav0930 thanks sooooo much for your visits and comments. I'm a bit overwhelmed but overjoyed by the responses. Thank you.
November 24th, 2013  
This is just awesome. Came out so well. I never thought of using a flame for light painting. Fav!
November 24th, 2013  
oh cool
November 25th, 2013  
Awesome, awesome shot! Saw the dragon right away! Fav!
November 26th, 2013  
Remarkable and amazing shot. I thought you massaged this a little in Photoshop, but the fact that you captured this in the moment is amazing. I'd print this off, enter it into every contest and retire off the proceeds. This is really awesome!
November 26th, 2013  
@thomastoth Thanks very much Thomas! I'm pretty sure it's not very good quality in the end--have no clue. But no PS. Dark restroom. One match. One take. A bit of editing in LR5, and done.
November 26th, 2013  
@darylo FAN-FRICKIN-TASTIC! :)
November 26th, 2013  
@dtigani Thanks, and hey, thanks for choosing mine to be in the final five! I'm proud of this shot, so thanks again! I used a long match and it stayed lit for the "swoop" I did. If you use one, I suggest starting in the back and wrapping around. Gives that nice effect. The "dragon" part was just accident, but happy accident.
November 26th, 2013  
@kathysview Thanks Kathy!
November 26th, 2013  
@bobfoto Yup. That's what I said when it came out!
November 26th, 2013  
@thomastoth Thanks sooooooo much. I'm proud of this one. your reaction just made my day, and it's been a bit of a sucky day (including having my kid get sick in the car, so you have no idea how you just lifted my spirits!!!). Sorry, I realize TMI. :)
November 26th, 2013  
@darylo In the past few weeks, I've almost left 365 at least three times. It's people like you and others that keep me on the site. I get such a charge when people look at my stuff and comment. I like to do the same! 365 peeps continually lift my spirits so I know EXACTLY how you feel. :)
November 26th, 2013  
@darylo You should be very proud. Its a cracking good shot! No brainer for final five
November 26th, 2013  
@darylo - choice
November 26th, 2013  
Another fav. This is fantastic. Must try light painting with a flame like this the effect is amazing.
November 27th, 2013  
awesome!
November 28th, 2013  
Jo
Just seen this on the TT, what a fab shot, you really nailed it and I think doing it with flame is much more interesting than torch, genius! Fav
November 29th, 2013  
How did I miss this fab shot? Congrats on TT - well deserved!! Fav!!
November 29th, 2013  
Brilliant to see this in the TT. Well done Daryl.
November 29th, 2013  
Huge congrats on the T20 Daryl.
November 29th, 2013  
A well deserved Top 20 photo, well done.
November 29th, 2013  
Congrats on TT Daryl! superb work!
November 29th, 2013  
I loved this shot! Congrats on the well-deserved TT!!
November 29th, 2013  
Brilliant - so delighted to see your shot in TT Daryl - many congrats! Happy weekend! : )
November 29th, 2013  
Congrats on TT - wonderful shot!
November 29th, 2013  
Congrats on the TT :)
November 29th, 2013  
Congrats on TT! Such a creative shot. Great to see it there.
November 29th, 2013  
@jo13 @happysnap @willowdragon @kass @rennes @taffy @wind_of_the_sothern_sea @pamknowler @seanoneill @steampowered @genesis_one Wow! I am not in the loop! Sorry, have been in the midst of holiday and not being online at all. Thanks so much for the head's up on the TT--TOTALLY surprised as I thought it was in last week's photos and would never even be considered. I really want to thank you for coming to my photo and lifting my spirits. This is probably my favorite shot of my project as it stretched my camera skills and made me think more creatively. So thank you very much. :)
November 30th, 2013  
Daryl, this is absolutely fantastic!!!! Congratulations on the TT and here's another fav from me.
November 30th, 2013  
@gailmmeek Hey Gail, thanks so much! I'm just getting on after stuffing myself to the gills with food yesterday. :) A really pleasant thing to see on the TT. I haven't even seen the whole list yet! Catching up slowly. Thanks for the fav girl. Really appreciate it.
November 30th, 2013  
Congratulations on the TT for this truly amazing image!i would fav it again if I could!
November 30th, 2013  
@mzzhope Gosh, HOpe, thanks so much! I honestly never thought it would be on this list because I posted it last Wednesday and just didn't pay attention at all! So pleasantly surprised. Thanks again. :)
November 30th, 2013  
I had a great feeling about this one. Congratulations on TT.
November 30th, 2013  
Congrats on TT Daryl...you should be really proud...:)!
November 30th, 2013  
Congrats on TT...so well deserved!!
December 1st, 2013  
@rvwalker Thanks very much Ross!
December 1st, 2013  
@nanderson Thanks so much Nancy. It's about my fav. photo of the year, so thanks so much.
December 1st, 2013  
@eyesmile Thanks so much Gena!
December 1st, 2013  
Congrats on TT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
December 1st, 2013  
Wow I like it. Nice shot.
February 12th, 2014  
Helping with the devil dog :-)
very creative I love it
Fav
February 12th, 2014  
Devil dog tastic
February 12th, 2014  
@alisonp @kporte thanks for the tries! My squirrel shot, my devil dog, still reigns. I think squirrel on. 365 trumps anything , no? Many thanks though!!!!
February 12th, 2014  
February 12th, 2014  
Superb, fav!
September 29th, 2015  
Another great, very artistic, shot!
October 5th, 2015  
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